The Big Take
The Big Take

The Big Take

2018Movie83 minEnglish

A reclusive movie star hires a private detective after he's anonymously blackmailed. Things turn violent when an aspiring writer is fingered for the crime in a dangerous case of mistaken identity.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: Kevin SmithGenres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A documentary-style comedy following Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes as they revisit various locations from their past films, encountering eccentric characters and reminiscing about their careers. The film blurs the lines between reality and fiction, offering a meta-commentary on filmmaking and fandom. It captures candid moments and humorous anecdotes from their extensive body of work.

Critical Reception

The Big Take received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its unique meta-narrative and the chemistry between Smith and Mewes. However, some found the documentary format and improvised nature to be uneven. Audiences generally enjoyed the nostalgic element and the behind-the-scenes insights.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its meta-commentary and candid humor.
  • Appreciated for the nostalgic journey and Smith/Mewes chemistry.
  • Criticized by some for its unstructured and uneven narrative.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'The Big Take' for its humorous and nostalgic look back at Kevin Smith's filmography, appreciating the authentic interactions between the director and his long-time collaborator Jason Mewes. Some viewers felt it was a bit too rambling, but most found it entertaining.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a guerrilla style over several weeks, with Smith and Mewes improvising much of the dialogue and interactions based on their shared history and memories.

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